Jeniece Roman

New York

Indigenous Nations Reporter at WSHU-FM (Fairfield, CT)

Reporter for @WSHUPublicRadio in CT and Long Island, NY covering Indigenous Nations | VP of Programming @ctspj | Proud @scsu alum |

Articles

Red Dress Day in CT highlights crisis facing Indigenous women

1 week ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

Indigenous tribes in Connecticut are calling for more attention to missing and murdered Indigenous women, joining a nationwide movement. Tribal and state leaders met Wednesday at the State Capitol to commemorate Red Dress Day. It’s a symbol used to represent missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.
CT task force releases report on human trafficking

1 week ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

The Regionalized Human Trafficking Recovery Taskforce of the Greater Hartford Region (RHTRT) released the report Tuesday. The report outlines the challenges that need to be addressed to help human trafficking victims in the state for both children and adults. The task force interviewed survivors to track their path in a process called “journey mapping.” It maps the journey of children and adults impacted by trafficking in the state.
Wireless service upgrades coming to New Haven line for CT commuters

2 weeks ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

Connecticut announced the completion of a five-year plan to improve wireless cell service for commuters on the Metro-North New Haven line. The initiative is a public-private partnership with AT&T, which has invested more than $6 million in the project. Gov. Ned Lamont visited the Stamford Transportation Center on Monday to discuss the service. Lamont said the expanded high-speed network makes the rail commute option more attractive to workers and employers.
CT officials speak out against revoked student visas

3 weeks ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) has sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security after dozens of student visas were terminated without notice. Blumenthal sent a letter Thursday to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons. In the letter, Blumenthal requested an explanation for why ICE has revoked hundreds of student visas nationwide.
CT leaders respond to federal health funding cuts

4 weeks ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) met with health advocates in New Haven who say they’re worried about federal funding cuts. The Department of Health and Human Services is expected to cut around 35% of its proposed budget. DeLauro said that would be a major threat to essential public health services across Connecticut. She condemned the Trump administration for its approach.
CT activists rally to expand health care access for undocumented immigrants

4 weeks ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

Dozens of young activists rallied at the Connecticut State Capitol to support expanding medical coverage for immigrants. More than 50 high school students met with lawmakers Tuesday. The group urged them to support expanding HUSKY 4 Immigrants, a program that provides Medicaid coverage to children regardless of immigration status. The group wants to raise the age of coverage to 26 from 15. Several people spoke about personal experiences within the health care system.
CT lawmakers push for better air quality standards in schools

1 month ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

Connecticut lawmakers are advocating for legislation that would help to improve air quality in public schools. State Rep. Jennifer Leeper (D-Fairfield) is part of the Connecticut Working Group on School Indoor Air Quality. The group met at the State Capitol Wednesday to recognize National Healthy Schools Week. Leeper said it’s vital that schools have the best air quality.
CT lawmakers speak out against cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs

1 month ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) and Gov. Ned Lamont spoke out Monday, condemning President Trump and Elon Musk after cuts to funding for veteran federal jobs and essential services. “This administration has shattered what I view is a sacred trust between a country and those who have sacrificed for its survival,” DeLauro said. State veteran advocates joined DeLauro and Lamont to speak with veterans at the West Haven Veterans Museum.
Bridgeport police investigate fatal officer-involved shooting

1 month ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

The state Office of Inspector General released its preliminary report about the shooting Friday morning. The report said that police responded to East Main Street on a report of a large fight. The gathering was reported to have been in connection with a funeral. According to the report, police chased a man on foot after they reported to investigate a vehicle after receiving reports that the occupant had a gun. Body camera footage was released Friday, along with a preliminary report of the incident.
New Haven launches rideshare program

1 month ago | wshu.org | Jeniece Roman

State and city officials met Thursday to celebrate the launch of Via NHV, a new pilot program for New Haven residents. The service allows users to book shared rides to public transit routes in the comfort of a taxi-style ride. Michael Piscitelli is the city’s Economic Development Administrator. Piscitelli said riders can download an app to use the new service. “So an efficient, low cost, public service that is point to point is extremely important.